Wild Tales | Nature Podcast

Join Actress Alison Steadman as she explores some of the most intriguing objects in the National Trust’s collections. In the first episode from this series we uncover an 18th century, mechanical marvel, hidden behind the doors at Waddesdon Manor.Once part of a prized collection by the Rothschild family and the creation of master clock maker Hubert Martinet, this treasure is an elephant in the room that needs to be mentioned. ProductionHost: Alison SteadmanProducer: Claire Hickinbotham/Sean DouglasSound editor: Jesus GomezDiscover moreThis mini series shares it's name with a National Trust book, to find out more and to browse other reads in our collection please visit:shop.nationaltrust.org.uk/national-trust-125-treasures.htmlTo find out more about Waddesdon Manor please visit:https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/oxfordshire-buckinghamshire-berkshire/waddesdonFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Once the home of British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, Hughenden Manor played an important role in helping to shape the outcome of World War 2. A chance encounter between a former British intelligence operative and a National Trust volunteer uncovers mysteries from inside a once top secret headquarters.ProductionHost: James GrasbyProducer: Sean DouglasSound editor: Jesus GomezDiscover moreTo find out more about Hughenden Manor please visit:https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/oxfordshire-buckinghamshire-berkshire/hughendenFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Rainham Hall’s Anthony Denny; a name you’ve probably never heard, but one that’s likely influenced the clothes you wear, how you decorate and furnish your home and even the food you eat.In the first episode of a brand-new series of the National Trust podcast. We take a look at the fashion and photography of an artist responsible for some of the most iconic covers of British Vogue and explore his life as he lived at Rainham Hall. ProductionHost: Sean DouglasProducer: Sean DouglasSound editor: Jesus GomezDiscover moreTo find out more about Rainham Hall please visit:https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london/rainham-hallFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Revisit a classic and one of our favourite episodes. Ranger and presenter Kate Martin braves the North Sea and head to the remote Northumbrian Farne Islands. There, she encounters one of Britain’s most entertaining bird species, the Atlantic Puffin and learns just what it takes to secure their feathery future.ProductionHost: Kate MartinProducer: Pippa Tilbury-HarrisSound editor: Jesus GomezDiscover moreLearn more about the Farne Islands, Puffins and other sea birds https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/farne-islandsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Revisit a classic and one of our favourite episodes from the archives.Join Sean Douglas as he heads to the National Trust’s annual apple grafting festival at the Cotehele Estate, Cornwall, to unravel the scions from the rootstocks and sow the seeds of love in this quaint cornish orchard.ProductionHost: Sean DouglasProducer: Pippa Tilbury-HarrisSound editor: Jesus GomezDiscover moreLearn more about Cotehele's orchards and the care that goes into preserving some of the most delicious fruits around the UK.https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/cotehele/our-work-coteheles-orchards Follow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Revisit a classic and one of our favourite episodes from the archives.Presenter and gardener, Alan Power, navigates his way to the National Trust's Plant Conservation Centre, hidden away in a top secret location, to see exactly what it takes to look after some of the planets most important plant species. ProductionHost: Alan PowerProducer: Sean DouglasSound editor: Jesus GomezDiscover moreLearn more about our work and conservation efforts herehttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/our-cause/nature-climate/nature-conservation/plant-conservation-centre Follow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Whilst we break for the holidays and prepare for the launch of series 5, we’re revisiting some of our favourite episodes from the archives. This month it’s ‘A Mystery Guest at the Beatles Childhood Homes’ from Series 3. In this episode, a famous mystery guest joins a public tour of John Lennon’s childhood home. So, can you guess who the mystery man is before he is revealed? Listen to see if you’ve got what it takes. Discover moreTo find out about visiting Forthlin Road head to https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/liverpool-lancashire/the-beatles-childhood-homesFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In our first taste along episode, Ranger Kate Martin and her mystery guest experience a Lake District walk in an intriguingly new way.If you’d like to taste along with Kate, you’ll need some fruit chews, mac & cheese, mint bubble filled chocolates and some cream soda. Extracts from this episode were taken from Alfred Wainwright’s Pictorial Guides to The Lakeland Fells. Discover moreFor more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

After one of the most challenging years, the Trust is starting to nurture the green shoots of a new normal. Let us take you behind the scenes to witness the events and people that made our reopening possible. Discover moreFor more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Edible nettles, sweet shop flavoured berries and deadly carrots are just some of the culinary, and not so culinary delights, Ranger Kate Martin encounters when she meets Fred the Forager for a late summer stroll.This episode aims to inspire you to explore nature in a new way. And should not be used as a reference for instructions on how to forage. Fred is an expert with decades of experience. If you would like to experience foraging for yourself we recommend you join a reputable course and only forage under expert guidance. Discover moreFor more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

While many of us are familiar with Agatha Christie’s characters, just how well do we know Agatha the person? As we celebrate 100 years of Christie publications, we take a look back at the woman behind the books, through the eye of her grandson, at her beloved Greenway House.Discover moreFor more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In 2017 Teleri Fielden started her National Trust shepherdess scholarship deep in the valleys of the Eryri National Park (Snowdonia). We revisit her three years on to find out if the early mornings, harsh winters and constant rain have dampened her spirits or given her the drive to prove she’s got what it takes.Discover moreFor more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

While we were all indoors during lockdown, stories of our wild neighbours bouncing back emerged across the globe.In this episode, podcast producer, Sean Douglas visits the Isle of Wight to investigate reports of wildlife taking over the island while humans were away. We also explore whether there will be a long-term positive impact on how we co-exist with the nature around us.Discover moreFor more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFind out more about how scientists are tracking wildlife during the great 'anthropause' in Nature journal. Follow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In 2015, European Space Agency astronaut Tim Peake was headed to the International Space Station. On board with him were some pips from an Apple Tree, once belonging to a famous scientist whose discoveries had made his journey possible in the first place. In this episode we find out the extraordinary journey of these seeds through time and space and learn how a chance idea can change the world.ProductionHost: Sean DouglasProducers: Michelle DouglassSound Design: Jesus GomezDiscover moreTo find out more about Woolsthorpe Manor please visit https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/woolsthorpe-manorIf you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Zoom, Whatsapp, Instagram and TikTok are no longer just Millennial buzzwords. For many senior citizens social media has become a part of daily life.Negotiating our new world over the past few months has meant many of those who may have traditionally shunned technology are learning new skills. In this episode, over-60s share how their lives have been transformed by tech, from keeping in touch with loved ones to adventuring to far-flung parts of the world. 😊💪🌈Discover moreFor more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected] Advice on coping with lockdown, including using technology and the internet, can be found at Age UK.

For millennia, midsummer has been steeped in tales of mystery and magic. It inspired the construction of great temples, the lighting of bonfires and was even said to have caused people to act in strange and surprising ways.In this episode, we explore the meaning behind the legends of the longest day of the year. And we discover why so many people feel a mystical connection to this time of year.Discover moreFor more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected] [Legacy Information]This year to limit the speared of COVID-19, Stonehenge and Avebury will be closed for solstice and we’d respectfully ask that you stay away from these sites and the surrounding areas on that day. You can watch a live stream of the solstice on English Heritage’s social media channels. And if you’d like to experience the solstice in nature, please watch from your garden or from a viewpoint local to your home.

Paul Zabel, an engineer and novice gardener, was sent to work in his first greenhouse in one of the most extreme locations on Earth. At the end of his isolation, as Paul eased his way back into society, he realised he had discovered some valuable life lessons which we could learn from as we go through the same motions. Discover moreFor more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In this episode we continue to bring you ideas and advice on how to keep in tune with nature during lockdown. This time Andy Beer, author of Every Day Nature, gives us his top tips on how to grow a deeper understanding of the dawn chorus and to get better acquainted with your favourite feathered neighbourhood songstress. You’ll also learn how to get involved with DAWNS, one of the Trust’s most ambitious musical mass participation events happening in the early hours of 16 May. To sign up go to DAWNS to https://dawns.live/Discover moreFor more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

When faced with heartache, music journalist Alice Vincent found a surprising remedy in her tiny balcony garden at her London flat.A complete gardening novice, Alice made the most of the little space and resources she had. What started as a distraction became an obsession and Alice slowly built a small urban sanctuary teeming with greenery and heady blooms. She quickly came to realise the almost magical healing power of planting and growing. A new and life-changing kind of love story blossomed.In this episode, Alice explains how even the most unlikely spaces – from concrete yards to windowsills - can be transformed into beautiful ‘micro-gardens’. And she shares her personal experience of the positive effect of gardening on our wellbeing.Discover moreYou can follow Alice on Instagram @noughticulture To read Alice’s top tips for gardening in small spaces, go to: nationaltrust.org.uk/balconygardens For more podcasts from the National Trust, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcastsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In this episode, presenter Jo Dyson heads to the Lake District for a night of camping and stargazing. But unfortunately for Jo things don’t quite go to plan.Jo swaps her tent for a tripod to try her hand at some astrophotography on a night time stroll. Jo turns to astrophotographer, Steven Hanna for a masterclass in photography. Listen to discover how you can use your camera to shed light on the secrets of the night.Discover moreFor information about exploring Wasdale please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/wasdaleTo find out more about staying safe in the mountains and beyond, go to adventuresmart.uk To get inspired about other amazing places for a star gazing adventure, visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/outdoor-activities/top-spots-for-stargazingFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected] [Legacy Information]Please note, this episode was recorded before UK restrictions to stem the spread of coronavirus. Please check current guidance before planning any activities.

With its icy winds, relentless hail and plunging temperature, are you prepared for a winter mountain walk? Armed with a map, compass and warm flask, presenter Jo Dyson embarks on a walk to experience the remote and barren beauty of the Lake District. Jo meets the Wasdale Mountain Rescue team to learn how to stay safe on a mountain walk and discovers why the winter months are a surprisingly rewarding time to explore the outdoors. Discover moreFor information about exploring Wasdale please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/wasdaleTo find out more about staying safe in the mountains and beyond, go to adventuresmart.uk Follow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

As spring approaches and trees across the UK burst into blossom, why not make this special time of year a regular date in your nature calendar?Producer: Claire HickinbothamDiscover moreFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Britain’s answer to a housing crisis caused by the industrial revolution, Back to Back houses were once a prominent feature of northern towns. An early type of social housing, the Back to Backs became known for their poor conditions, with their cramped design and bad sanitation. But what was life really like for the people that lived there? Join us as we visit the last remaining Back to Back houses in the UK. Listen as we take an immersive look into the lives of the families that called these places home.Discover moreFor information about exploring the Back to Backs please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/birmingham-back-to-backsFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Nature is under threat! So we’re calling on the public to take one small step to protect the natural world. This leap day we’re asking you to make a promise for nature. So how will you use your extra 24 hours to make a difference? Producer: Claire HickinbothamDiscover moreFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

This week, we bring you a special episode from our Countryfile Live 2019 podcast. This new series brings you some of the best moments from debates at the BBC’s Countryfile Live event at Blenheim Palace. In this episode, Countryfile presenter Tom Heap and a panel of experts consider how we might fix the plastic problem. Discover moreFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

The beginning of this year marks the start of a year-long celebration of our 125th anniversary. This January we’re bringing you two special episodes from the podcast series we’re launching on sustainability. The series ‘50% Renewable’ explores how the National Trust is working towards meeting 50% of its energy needs from renewable sources by 2021. Producer: Claire HickinbothamDiscover moreFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Tucked away off a busy street in London lies a sanctuary for endangered sounds. The Benton Fletcher Collection at Fenton House and Garden is a rare treasure that boasts restored and working early keyboard instruments, some of which are nearly 500 years old. Guided by the Keeper of Instruments, National Trust curator, James Grasby finds himself transported to key moments in our musical past and learns what it takes to preserve these exquisite instruments and their unique sounds. Discover moreFor information about exploring Fenton House and Garden please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london/fenton-house-and-gardenFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Wild swimming isn’t just for summer. As winter approaches, the hardiest swimmers enjoy the benefits the off-season brings.In this episode, Ranger Kate Martin heads to Carding Mill Valley where she’s introduced to the Shropshire Wild Swimmers and Dippers. She’s challenged to a “refreshing” dip and discovers how open waters bring a sense of freedom to your mind, body and soul. Discover moreFor information about exploring Carding Mill Valley please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/shropshire-staffordshire/carding-mill-valley-on-the-long-myndTo find out more about enjoying wild swimming safely, go to: https://www.rlss.org.uk/open-water-swimming-safety-guideFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Time spent in the great outdoors can be an immersive experience. But how often do we stop and take the time to really absorb the sounds, touch and feel of nature?Walker Julian Jackson senses things differently to most people. In this episode, he shows us how to create a deeper connection with the natural world.Discover moreFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In Tudor times disease and death were never far away, as were other more mysterious terrors that many claimed were lurking in the dark. In this Halloween special, curator James Grasby visits 500-year old Little Moreton Hall in Cheshire, to find out how the Tudors protected their homes against evil. James meets house staff who reveal strange relics of our past and he comes face to face with a mystery that lay hidden in plain sight for centuries until someone looked closer. Guided by folklore experts, James journeys beyond the veil to the stranger side of history. And he discovers why Halloween’s roots are more ancient than we might think. We'd love to know what you think of our podcasts, so please do give us your feedback, via social media or drop us a line at: [email protected]

National Trust places are great to spend time at with those we know and love, but they can also be places where new friendships are born. In this mini episode we follow Joanna and Rachel, two mums that met at a charity-run buggy walking group at Stourhead, as they embark on one of the National Trust’s most unique adventures. [Ad from our Sponsor]This episode of the National Trust podcast was made possible by Cotswold Outdoor, exclusive walking partner for the National Trust. Read more at https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/who-we-are/our-partners/cotswold-outdoor-our-exclusive-walking-partnerDiscover moreFor information about exploring Stourhead please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourheadFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Taking time away from his expeditions to the Amazon, professional tree climber James Aldred leads presenter Jo Dyson on a treetop adventure at Tyntesfield in Somerset. Jo realises that tree climbing is not just for kids and discovers that we are all more connected to trees than we might think.Discover moreFor information about exploring Tyntesfield please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/bath-bristol/tyntesfieldFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In this special episode we bring you part one of our People’s Landscapes podcast series. It’s Northey Island, 991 AD. Viking raiders clash in bloody battle with the Anglo-Saxon army defending their land. Dr Eleanor Barraclough, lecturer in medieval history at Durham University, explores how this violent incident resulted in a mashup of cultures we can still see today. People’s Landscapes is part of a National Trust programme telling the stories of places that have shaped the nation, marking the 200th anniversary of the Peterloo Massacre. If you enjoyed this, you can listen to the whole series here: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/peopleslandscapes/history

As thousands of places across the UK open their doors for Heritage Open Days, we head to Blackpool to explore what heritage means to us as individuals and as a nation. In this episode, National Trust curator James Grasby goes behind the scenes to witness the thrill of the Blackpool Illuminations, a spectacle that’s firmly rooted in the past but continues to shape our heritage today.Discover moreTo find out more about Heritage Open Days happening this year at the National Trust and for links to places cared for by our friends please visit.https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/heritage-open-daysFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

We’re back at Divis and the Black Mountain to meet Ned Clarke who has walked on the mountain for thirty years. Hear what it’s like to live side-by-side with these giants and discover how the mountain has been an escape in times of trouble.Discover moreFor information about exploring Divis and it's walks please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/divis-and-the-black-mountainFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Against howling winds and biting rain to the summit on Divis Mountain, 1,500 feet above Belfast we find ranger and presenter Kate Martin battling the elements. As we cross this wild landscape we’ll discover blanket bogs that are as dangerous as they are healing, ruins that hold the secret to 2,000 years of life and death, and awe-inspiring views of the city and hills beyond.Discover moreFor information about exploring Divis and it's walks please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/divis-and-the-black-mountainFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

This week we’re at the annual apple grafting weekend at Cotehele. We’ll uncover the mysteries of apple grafting and learn how you can grow your very own Crimson Queen, Pendragon and even a Pig’s Nose. Discover moreFor information about exploring Cotehele please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/coteheleFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Join us as we go beyond the locked gates of the Trust’s most secretive location, the Plant Conservation Centre. At this well-guarded site to find out how we protect our rarest and most historically-significant species of plant. Along the way we’ll brush shoulders with famous trees that have lined the pages of literature, and try our hand at grafting.Discover moreFor information about the Plant Conservation Centre and our work please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/our-cause/nature-climate/nature-conservation/plant-conservation-centreFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In this mini podcast, we’ll meet the man who welcomes visitors from around the world to John Lennon’s childhood home, and hear about his encounter with one very famous daytripper. Discover moreFor information about exploring Forthlin Road and the Beatles please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/liverpool-lancashire/the-beatles-childhood-homesFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Four teenagers from Liverpool started meeting up to make music together.They went on to become the Beatles. Take trip down Penny Lane to visit the houses where John and Paul grew up, fell in love with rock and roll, and wrote some of the Beatles’ first songs, as we step inside the childhood homes of John Lennon and Paul McCartney.Discover moreFor information about exploring Forthlin Road and the Beatles please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/liverpool-lancashire/the-beatles-childhood-homesFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

We’re delving into the military history of Box Hill in Surrey in this mini podcast, with a behind-the-scenes tour of an old fort that was used to protect London from invasion in the late nineteenth century. Discover moreFor information about exploring Box Hill please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/box-hillFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city and hear what makes this corner of Surrey so special for the cyclists, walkers and children that flock here every year.In this episode we’re at Box Hill, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just a short train ride from Central London. Discover how getting out into the countryside might be easier than you think.Discover moreFor information about exploring Box Hill please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/box-hillFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In this mini episode we’re back in North Wales exploring the sights, sounds and scents of Bodnant Garden with a group of dog-walkers and their four-legged pals. Discover moreFor information about exploring Bodnant Garden please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/bodnant-gardenFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In the foothills of Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) is the perfect spot for a crisp winter stroll through the world-famous Bodnant Garden.Join us to explore dramatic waterfalls, romantic dells and towering trees, and hear from the gardeners who care for this exotic and ever-changing landscape.Discover moreFor information about exploring Bodnant Garden please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/bodnant-gardenFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

As there are five Thursday’s in this month, this week we’re giving you a bonus episode. To fill the gap until our next regular episode on the first Thursday of next month, we thought you might like to hear the first episode of a mini series we launched earlier this year called Women and Power.Women and Power looks at the Trust’s links to the suffrage movement and is narrated by broadcaster and Journalist Kirsty Wark.To learn more about this series go to: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/suffragepodcast

From artists and writers like Thomas Hardy to fellow soldiers from the army, Lawrence welcomed an array of visitors to his rustic retreat. Learn how he entertained them, and gain a new perspective on his life from one of his relatives who helps keep his story alive today.Discover moreFor information about exploring Clouds Hill and T.E. Lawrence please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/clouds-hillFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Nestled among pine trees in the Dorset countryside, this dilapidated cottage is where Lawrence of Arabia fled his new-found fame, following his adventures in the desert during the First World War. In this episode we’re at Clouds Hill, the rustic retreat of T.E. Lawrence, aka Lawrence of Arabia.We’ll take you on a tour of the intimate spaces where he entertained friends, listened to music, and kept his beloved motorbike.Discover moreFor information about exploring Clouds Hill and T.E. Lawrence please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/clouds-hillFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

Introduced to the fen 100 years ago, the wild Konik ponies of Wicken Fen graze the land, enabling plants and wildlife to thrive. Later we investigate the smaller creatures that call this ancient landscape home, including dragonflies and water voles.Discover moreFor information about exploring Wicken Fen please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cambridgeshire/wicken-fen-national-nature-reserveFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

We’re at Wicken Fen in East Anglia for a walk through the National Trust’s oldest nature reserve.We’ll set off on foot, exploring the multi-use trails that allow easy access to this other-worldly landscape, before venturing down the narrow waterways on boat. Along the way, we’ll discover how a place created thousands of years ago is still providing a crucial home for thousands of animals, birds and plants today.Discover moreFor information about exploring Wicken Fen please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cambridgeshire/wicken-fen-national-nature-reserveFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]

In this mini episode we meet one of Glendurgan’s longest-serving volunteers. Sylvia describes her memories of this special place from navigating the mind-boggling maze as a child, to sharing her love of the garden with visitors today. Discover moreFor information about exploring Glendurgan please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/glendurgan-gardenFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at [email protected]